Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Schnabel Inc.; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join its dynamic team in Baltimore. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex projects, mentor junior staff, and contribute to significant infrastructure developments. With a commitment to quality and community, the company provides a supportive environment for professional growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package. If you have a passion for geotechnical engineering and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)

Short-term disability (100% company-paid)

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Paid time off

9 Paid Holidays

Wellness program

Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in consulting geotechnical engineering.
• Professional Engineering license in Maryland or another US State.
• Excellent communication and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical investigations and analyses for various projects.
• Develop engineering recommendations and reports.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage client relationships.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Multi-tasking

Team Collaboration

Self-improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Tools

gINT software

LPILE

APILE

SHAFT

OpenGround

Plaxis

GeoStudio

Settle3D

FoSSA

Job description

Baltimore, MD
300 Red Brook Blvd
Suite 109
Owings Mills, MD 21117, USA

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 600+ employees in 30 offices throughout the United States.

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.

Benefit options include:

• Medical insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
• Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Wellness program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description:

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to support our growing business in Baltimore, MD. Qualified candidates will be well-rounded, organized problem solvers with an interest in managing complex projects, working with a team of skilled engineers, and developing younger staff. The qualified candidate should possess detailed knowledge and practice of geotechnical theory associated with foundations, slope stability, ground improvement measures, etc., particularly on major infrastructure, transportation, commercial, state, federal and industrial projects.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop geotechnical engineering scope of services and fee estimates
• Planning and oversight of geotechnical investigations.
• Manage/review geotechnical field work performed by others
• Assign, review and interpret geotechnical laboratory tests
• Perform/review geotechnical engineering analyses and calculations
• Develop geotechnical engineering recommendations and write geotechnical engineering reports
• Perform project management activities including communicating resource needs, managing client expectations, planning and delegating work, management of project budgets, invoicing and backlog reporting
• Manage client relationships as required
• Manage and mentor junior engineers and geologists commensurate with experience level
• Work as a team member within the office and across the business unit in other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources
• Participate in business development activities as instructed by the branch leader

Required Skills/Experience:

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting geotechnical engineering
• Prior experience with geotechnical transportation related design and familiar with LRFD, AASHTO and other local DOT required design codes
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Professional Engineering license in Maryland or another US State
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
• Confidence and independence, with a shared sense of responsibility

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Master’s Degree or higher in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering
• Experience managing geotechnical services for design-build or other alternative delivery projects
• Proficiency with gINT software and standard geotechnical engineering analysis software such as LPILE, APILE and SHAFT, OpenGround, Plaxis, GeoStudio, Settle3D and FoSSA, or similar programs
• Prior experience providing geotechnical engineering services for agencies such as DDOT, VDOT, MDOT, PennDOT, WMATA, CSX, Amtrak, Norfolk Southern, or similar
• Experience managing or supervising junior engineers

Other Requirements:

• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

The compensation range for this position is between $87,556 to $140,022. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.